Self-Management, Education Key to Improving Outcomes in T1D and T2D

Diabetes self-management education and support services (DSMES) can improve a variety of outcomes for patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, but not all patients have access to DSMES services equally. A selection of abstracts presented at the American Diabetes Association 84th Scientific Sessions, held June 21 to 24, 2024 in Orlando, Florida, reviewed DSMES services and how access can be improved.

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Reference

1. Lacey ME, Keck J, Elliott J, et al. Early evidence from a pragmatic trial to increase uptake of diabetes self-management education and support services in rural health care systems in Kentucky. Presented at: American Diabetes Association 84th Scientific Sessions; June 21-24, 2024; Orlando, FL. Abstract 544-P.

2. Boakye M, Shenette LL, Gerber BS, Amante DJ. A qualitative analysis of the DM-BOOST Program—enhancing patient engagement and experience with diabetes self-management education and support. Presented at: American Diabetes Association 84th Scientific Sessions; June 21-24, 2024; Orlando, FL. Abstract 1824-LB.

3. Alexander RC, Harper-Cooks T, Godoy S, Wolfe H, Goode RW. Enhancing diabetes self-management education—perspectives of patients and primary care providers on influencing factors of binge eating in black adults with type 2 diabetes. Presented at: American Diabetes Association 84th Scientific Sessions; June 21-24, 2024; Orlando, FL. Abstract 1826-LB.

4. Liese AD, Julceus EF, Rudisill C, et al. Food Insecurity and inability to obtain recommended medications, diabetes technology, and multidisciplinary services in youth and young adults with diabetes. Presented at: American Diabetes Association 84th Scientific Sessions; June 21-24, 2024; Orlando, FL. Abstract 189-OR.